Serving 1,229 students in grades 6-12, Gompers Preparatory Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,229 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gompers Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Gompers Preparatory Academy's student population of 1,229 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 49% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,229 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gompers Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gompers Preparatory Academy is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7550 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
31:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gompers Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Gompers Preparatory Academy is ranked #7550 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Gompers Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Gompers Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln High School, Morse High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gompers Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Gompers Preparatory Academy is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gompers Preparatory Academy?
1,229 students attend Gompers Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Gompers Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gompers Preparatory Academy?
Gompers Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gompers Preparatory Academy offer ?
Gompers Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Gompers Preparatory Academy part of?
Gompers Preparatory Academy is part of Gompers Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Gompers Preparatory Academy located?
Gompers Preparatory Academy is located in the Chollas View neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Chollas View.
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